Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Menyanthaceae

Genus:

Nymphoides

Species:

Nymphoides cordata

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb

Height:

1-2 ft

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Bloom Months:

jun, sep

Bloom Colors:

White

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rich, organic, waterlogged soil

pH:

5.5 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

tolerates poor drainage

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

commonly found in shallow freshwater habitats